1993 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 594 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (204 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Lotec | Seat |
| Model | Testa de Oro | Altea |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 742 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 347 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1380 kg |
